Destination Development Officer
City of Waco, TX
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Waco, TX
Contract type: Full time
Summary
To apply for this position, please visit the Mackenzie Eason & Associates webpage HERE .
The Ideal Candidate
T he City of Waco offers an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic and visionary leader to become our new Destination Development Officer. This pivotal role is central to elevating Waco's profile as a premier destination that is conveniently located between Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin and in the middle of Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio. The new role will focus on strategic initiatives that will significantly impact the city's tourism and economic landscape. You will lead a dedicated team specializing in sports, tourism, and events recruitment, with the goal of attracting high-profile conferences and revenue-generating events that stimulate economic growth. The new economic development and tourism department will include the conference sales team, Welcome Center team, and a new sports experiences manager.
Education
We realize your time is valuable, so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Political Science, Public Relations, Economics, or related field Experience:
Minimum 7 years' experience in community development, marketing, sports marketing, tourism, economic development, journalism; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.
To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.
Why Work For Waco
To apply for this position, please visit the Mackenzie Eason & Associates webpage HERE .
The Ideal Candidate
T he City of Waco offers an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic and visionary leader to become our new Destination Development Officer. This pivotal role is central to elevating Waco's profile as a premier destination that is conveniently located between Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin and in the middle of Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio. The new role will focus on strategic initiatives that will significantly impact the city's tourism and economic landscape. You will lead a dedicated team specializing in sports, tourism, and events recruitment, with the goal of attracting high-profile conferences and revenue-generating events that stimulate economic growth. The new economic development and tourism department will include the conference sales team, Welcome Center team, and a new sports experiences manager.
Education
We realize your time is valuable, so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Political Science, Public Relations, Economics, or related field Experience:
Minimum 7 years' experience in community development, marketing, sports marketing, tourism, economic development, journalism; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.
To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.
Why Work For Waco
- Meaningful and challenging work
- Make a difference and improve communities
- Competitive Salary and Benefits
- Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
- Education Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance
- Longevity Pay
- And More!
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